Dual diagnosis rehabs are facilities which deliver treatment to address both mental health and addiction issues concurrently. Dual diagnosis is an extremely prevalent situation for folks involved with drug abuse, as people with mental health disorders frequently medicate themselves with alcohol and drugs to to feel some form of short-term respite from their disorder. Inside a dual diagnosis rehab, rehabilitation counselors will help individuals through a comprehensive treatment plan all targeted at restoring and stabilizing mental, physical and emotional health as well as dealing with drug abuse issues. Providing a secure environment is key to ensure dual diagnosis clients can be comfortable and remain undistracted from circumstances that could compromise their program and development. Rehab counselors will work to recognize environmental factors in the client's life including negative relationships or any other things which must be addressed in order for the individual to remain mentally healthy and sober t once they leave dual diagnosis rehab. Dual diagnosis clients also reap the benefits of behavioral rehab that helps them develop more effective coping mechanisms so that they are better able to handle life circumstances better once they leave dual diagnosis rehab instead of returning to drugs and alcohol as a possible answer.